Program Management Professional (PgMP) — Question 186

Throughout a multiyear program, component projects are transitioned to the customer. During the project acceptance phase, a potential risk is identified and brought to the program team's attention.
What should be done with the identified potential risk?

Answer options

• A. Incorporate it into the risk register and perform a thorough analysis.
• B. Mitigate the risk before it is incorporated into the risk management plan.
• C. Document the risk in the program transition plan and identify it as a potential issue.
• D. Document it in the issue log and immediately notify the steering committee.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because incorporating the risk into the risk register allows for proper tracking and analysis, which is essential for effective risk management. Option B is incorrect as mitigating a risk should not precede its documentation in the risk management plan. Option C does not provide sufficient detail in managing the risk, and option D suggests immediate action that may bypass necessary analysis.